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Governor Moore Issues Executive Order Establishing Cross-Governmental Task Force to Combat Workplace FraudÂ
Governor Wes Moore this week signed an executive order to renew and expand a cross-governmental task force dedicated to strengthening investigations and enforcement of laws regarding workplace fraud. Governor Moore says this order will help ensure that employees receive the pay and benefits they’ve earned while driving fair competition in the private sector. The nine-member Joint…
Read MorePower Outages Still Affecting Residents In Aftermath of Storm
Delmarva Power (Delmarva Connect) and the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) are reporting that almost 3,000 customers were still without power as of 10:30 this morning. Service is estimated to be restored to Delmarva Power customers by 11:00 p.m. on Friday. You can get updates by texting ADD OUTAGE to 67972. For more information, go…
Read MoreUPDATE: Roads Mainly Clear After This Week’s Storm Caused Flooding in Fenwick Island
UPDATE 1-11-24 –11:20 a.m.–Fenwick Island Mayor Natalie Magdeburger tells the Talk of Delmarva that the road conditions are much better today than yesterday, as much of the water on the roadways has been drained. You might find some puddles here and there but nothing that will impede driving. Earlier Post: This week’s storm caused extensive…
Read MoreQuarterfinalists Announced for Wicomico Teacher of the Year
Educators from throughout Wicomico County Public Schools have been named quarterfinalists for 2024-2025 Wicomico Teacher of the Year. By the end of the school day this Friday, one quarterfinalist from each school, and one teacher from Special Programs, will be named as a semifinalist for Wicomico Teacher of the Year. Semifinalists will go on to…
Read MoreSection of Preston Street in Salisbury Closed Today to Repair Water Main Break
In Salisbury, the Department of Waterworks Utilities Division is repairing a water main today at the intersection of Preston Street and Truitt Street. Preston Street will be impassable from Truitt Street to Liberty Street. This includes all through traffic and emergency vehicles. Work began about 9 a.m. and will conclude around 4:30 p.m. barring any…
Read MoreGovernor Carney Expands Opportunities for Careers in State GovernmentÂ
Prospective employees will find an easier path into the state workforce thanks to expanded opportunities announced by Governor John Carney. The State of Delaware has implemented changes to mandatory bachelor’s degree requirements, among other criteria, for several state job positions. The Delaware Department of Human Resources (DHR) recently removed the bachelor’s degree requirement for critical positions within the Department of…
Read MoreCommissioner Marty Rendon files for 14th State Representative Seat
Commissioner Marty Rendon of the Delaware Human and Civil Rights Commission today officially filed his candidacy for Delaware’s 14th Representative District. He previously had announced for the seat on August 16, 2023. Rendon has served on the Commission for four years and is Chair of the Commission’s Legislative Committee. Issues of key concern for Rendon include addressing environmental concerns, working to remedy…
Read MoreUPDATE: Roads in Salisbury Closed Due to Flooding
UPDATED: Pedestrian Who Died after Crash on Route 113 in Georgetown Identified
UPDATED–1-10-24–1:00 p.m. –The Delaware State Police have identified 39-year-old Sonya Briddell of Georgetown as the woman who died in the fatal crash that occurred Monday evening in Georgetown. The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. UPDATED – 11am – Delaware State Police are investigating a crash that left a 39…
Read MoreDelDOT: Pedestrian Access Route and Sidewalk Improvement at Various “To Be Determined” Locations in Kent and Sussex Counties
A pedestian access route and sidewalk improvement project in Kent and Sussex Counties aims to convert non-compliant pedestrian facilities to current ADA compliance standards. According to DelDOT, the project will also help fill in missing sidewalk links/connections to enhance pedestrian mobility. The intent is for the work to occur outside of municipal jurisdictions. The locations…
Read MoreInitiatives Seek to Give Delaware Citizens a Voice in One-Sided Rulemaking Process
Three bills will come before the Delaware General Assembly this year that seeks to provide safeguards on what is considered an unrestrained rulemaking authority of the executive branch. State Rep. Rich Collins, the lead sponsor of House Bill 245, says during the recent pandemic, when the executive branch was not responsive to citizens’ concerns, opinions,…
Read More2024 Maryland Legislative Session Underway
In Maryland, today is the start of the 2024 legislative session, which lasts for 90 days until April 8th. The delegates–Delegate Szeliga and Nawrocki — look forward to introducing a package of bills during the session. These bills include legislation combating crime as well as protecting and supporting women. The delegates will also introduce legislative…
Read MoreUPDATE: Power Outages in the Area
UPDATED 1-10-24 11 a.m.–As of about 11:00 a.m., Delmarva Power reports that service has been restored for approximately 48,000 customers following last night’s storm. Crews are working around the clock until all customers have electric service. Due to the extensive impact of this storm, ETRs are currently suspended and will be updated as crews assess…
Read MoreRehoboth to Implement Several Preliminary Traffic & Parking Study Recommendations
In order to address traffic-related concerns, the Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners agreed in a special meeting yesterday to move forward with several “immediate focus” recommendations put forward by the Rossi Group as part of its preliminary traffic and parking study report made to commissioners last month. Rossi Group is expected to make its final…
Read MoreFlooding on Roadways in Worcester County
Salisbury Man Charged in January 6 Capitol Breach
A Salisbury man has been arrested on charges related to his conduct during the January 6, 2021 incidents. FBI officials arrested 52 year old Carlos Ayala Tuesday on both felony and misdemeanor charges The criminal complaint which is filed in the District of Columbia charges Ayala with civil disorder, a felony and related misdemeanor offenses.…
Read MoreSussex County Council Approves Development of Freeman Property on Route 54 West of Fenwick
The Sussex County Council met Tuesday afternoon with a light agenda. The Council recognized County retiree Susan Wise with a tribute. Wise was a Clerk 4 at the Airport Industrial Park and worked for Sussex County for over 30 years. She was presented with a plaque from the Council for her years of dedication and…
Read MoreDover Man Charged after Burglary Investigation
A Dover man has been arrested after a burglary investigation that began on Saturday afternoon. Dover Police were called to They’re Action Figures around 2:30 and learned that Friday morning around 11 – the suspect entered the business which was unsecured and removed a set of keys on the sales counter and left. Police were…
Read MoreAfternoon Meeting for the Sussex County Council
The Sussex County Council meets Tuesday afternoon – beginning at 1pm. The Council will receive a Fiscal Year End 2023 financial report from Finance Director Gina Jennings and take care of a couple of pieces of Old Business. In the afternoon session there will be four public hearings on Conditional Use applications – all for…
Read MoreRehoboth Commissioners Discuss US Wind Community Benefits Agreement
The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners discussed the possibility of signing onto a Community Benefits Agreement between US Wind and the City of Rehoboth Beach. This agreement would bring a stream of annual payments over a 20-year period worth $2-million. Delaware Development Manager for US Wind, Mike Dunmyer, spoke to the Commissioners about the agreement – as…
Read MoreState Lawmakers Return to Dover & Annapolis this Week
Delaware lawmakers return to Dover Tuesday for the second leg of the 152nd General Assembly session. The State House will convene at 2pm and 37th District Representative-elect Valerie Jones Giltner will take the oath of office. The State Senate will also convene at 2pm. The Senate does have several bills to consider on its first…
Read MoreMilton Man Charged in Shooting Incident in Felton
A Milton man was arrested after a shooting Sunday morning in Felton. Delaware State Police were called to Green Stinger Sports Bar around 1:30 Sunday morning for a shooting in the parking lot and police were told the suspect was in the parking lot pointing a gun at people. Police located the man, identified as…
Read MoreSouth Point Boat Ramp near Berlin Closed for Rehab Work
The Worcester County boat ramp at South Point – at the end of South Point Road near Berlin – is closed for rehabilitation work. This project will include replacing the bulkhead and funding is available through Waterway Improvement Grants from Maryland Department of Natural Resources and assigned designated funds from Worcester County. The boat ramp…
Read MoreFederalsburg Fire Friday – Still Under Investigation
Denton firefighters were called for a residential fire on Iron Gate Road in Federalsburg on Friday afternoon just before 2. Crews arriving at the scene found fire in a single story wood-framed home with an attached carport. The fire was discovered by the occupant and officials say there was a smoke alarm in the home…
Read MoreUPDATED: Emergency Sirens to be Tested at Salisbury University Tuesday
UPDATED – 01/08/24 – The date of SU’s siren testing has been changed. Testing will now take place Tuesday, January 9. ======================================================== Salisbury University is updating its Emergency Alert System. On Monday the University will install new campus sirens. While the sirens are being installed the alarm and voice features may be tested – these…
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